Asahikawa

Welcome to Asahikawa

Asahikawa (旭川), Hokkaidō's second-largest city, carries the dual honour of having the most days with snowfall in all of Japan, as well as the record for the coldest temperature (–40°C). It is mainly used by travellers as a transit point for Wakkanai to the north, Daisetsuzan National Park to the southeast, and Biei and Furano to the south. However, if you find your travel plans waylaid by bad weather, this a pleasant city in which to spend a day or two, with a handful of sights and plenty of eating and drinking options.

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